Broker Dealers
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2015 Broker-Dealers of the Year: The Leaders Speak
By James J. GreenBehind the scenes and in front of the camera, the leaders of the 2015 Broker-Dealers of the Year discuss the IBD industry and their own firms' value propositions.
September 21, 2015
Advisors Lure Million-Dollar Clients on Social MediaSome 17% of respondents to an American Century survey said they acquired business of at least $1 million in part because of social media.
September 21, 2015
SEC Fines First Eagle, Affiliate $40 Million for Improperly Charging ShareholdersThe firms used shareholder money instead of 12b-1 fees to pay for fund distribution, the SEC said. Similar enforcement actions could be in the offing.
September 21, 2015
Lebenthal Adds Co-CEO as Chief Takes Reins of Wealth UnitEx-Ally Bank CEO Barbara Yastine will join Alexandra Lebenthal in the top role as Frank Campanale steps down as wealth chief.
September 18, 2015
Top Portfolio Products: New ETFs From State Street and DirexionHedge your currency risk or double down on a leveraged sector stock bet? That's what some of this week's new portfolio products offer.
September 18, 2015
FINRA Floats Tougher Expungement RulesFINRA arbitration panels would have to provide a more detailed rationale for granting a rep's request to have black marks wiped off their BrokerCheck report.
September 17, 2015
‘Our Reputation Stands on Its Own’One of your reps suddenly leaves, taking several HNW clients and disparaging your firm. How do you mitigate reputational risk? How do you respond?
September 17, 2015
LPL Taps Ex-FINRA Regulator for Deputy Counsel PostThe independent broker-dealer also says it has set up a Regulatory Counseling group firmwide.